Chelsea striker Carlton Cole has joined London rivals Charlton Athletic on a season-long loan.

The 19-year-old, who could make his debut for the Addicks against Premiership newcomers Wolves on Saturday, has gone to The Valley in order to gain some valuable Premiership experience.

The young forward has been tipped for a big future by Chelsea manager Claudio Ranieri despite the arrival of new billionaire owner Roman Abramovich, who is set to following the signing of Adrian Mutu with that of Hernan Crespo.